I just got back from Penticton. It was total craziness up there, but it was amazing to see watch the community pull together. I was up there for a triathlon and was having trouble focusing on the race, because a race seemed so frivolous in light of the fires. I changed my mind, however, when a Kelowna athlete was talking about how he lost his house. He said there was nothing he could do about the house for the moment, but he had trained for a year for the race and wanted it to go on. Despite all the troubles, the communities of the Okanagan put their heart and soul into making Ironman Canada an amazing experience - the best race out there, IMO.

My heart goes out to all those who lost their homes, but the community seems so strong - I bet they are even stronger after this. I'm glad your sister is okay, and I hope that the fires are contained soon.